Tag: due process
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Supreme Court Urges Temporary Return of West Bengal Residents Deported to Bangladesh for Hearing Opportunity
Introduction The Supreme Court has proposed a temporary measure to improve access to justice for a group of West Bengal residents who were deported to Bangladesh after being suspected of being foreigners. In a move that could have significant implications for immigration and constitutional procedure, the Court suggested that the Union government consider bringing these…
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Supreme Court Recommends Temporary Return of West Bengal Deportees for Hearing Opportunity
Policy Brief: Court-Recommended Temporary Repatriation The Supreme Court has asked the Union government to consider a temporary measure that could allow certain West Bengal residents, allegedly deported to Bangladesh on suspicion of being foreigners, to return home for a hearing opportunity. The appeal centers on ensuring a fair process for individuals who assert that their…
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Supreme Court Urges Temporary Return of Deported West Bengal Residents for Hearing
Overview: Court’s Intervention on Deportation and Due Process The Supreme Court has proposed a pause in the ongoing deportation process by advising the Union government to temporarily bring back certain West Bengal residents who were deported to Bangladesh on suspicion of being foreigners. The move aims to ensure these individuals have a meaningful opportunity to…
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Delhi High Court Seeks Centre’s Response on Christian Michel Plea Challenging India-UAE Extradition Treaty
High Court Seeks Centre’s Input on Extradition Treaty Plea The Delhi High Court has asked the Centre for a detailed response to a petition filed by Christian Michel, challenging the India-UAE extradition treaty. A division bench comprising Justices Vivek Chaudhary and Manoj Jain on a date not disclosed in the brief basis, directed the Ministry…
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Judge Cautions Chiefs Against Handling Criminal Cases Under ADR in Asogli State
Background: ADR and the Asogli State The discussion centers on the use of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms within the Asogli State, a traditional region in Ghana known for its influential chieftaincy system. ADR techniques, including mediation and arbitration, have gained traction as faster, more amicable routes for resolving civil disputes. However, their applicability to…
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Judge Warns Chiefs: Keep Criminal Cases Out of ADR in Asogli State
Judicial Warning: Chiefs Urged to Limit ADR to Civil and Traditional Reservations Justice Angelina Mensah-Homiah, a member of Ghana’s Court of Appeal, has issued a clear cautIon to chiefs within the Asogli State about adjudicating criminal matters through the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism. The judiciary’s stance underscores the principle that crime and punishment fall…
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LSK Moves to Court Over Makongeni Estate Evictions: Calls for Suspension of Demolitions
LSK Seeks Legal Intervention Over Makongeni Estate Evictions The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has escalated its concerns surrounding the planned demolitions at Makongeni Estate, arguing that the process could displace tens of thousands of residents and undermine access to affordable housing. The group has announced intentions to head to court in a bid to…
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Texas A&M Faces Scrutiny as Appeals Panel Rules Firing Over Gender Lesson Was Not Justified
Overview of the Decision An appeals panel at Texas A&M University has unanimously determined that the university’s decision to terminate a lecturer connected to a course on gender education was not justified. The panel’s finding, which emphasizes due process and academic freedom, could have wide implications for faculty oversight and how sensitive, evolving topics are…
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LP on Arrest Warrant vs Zaldy Co: Justice for Filipinos
Introduction: A national demand for accountability The Liberal Party of the Philippines (LP) has weighed in on the arrest warrants issued against former Ako Bicol representative Zaldy Co and 17 others, stating that these legal actions reflect a broader public desire for justice and accountability. As authorities move forward with the cases, Filipinos are watching…
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SC Questions Validity of Talaq Notices Issued Through Lawyers: What It Means for Muslim Women
Supreme Court scrutinizes lawyer-issued talaq notices The Supreme Court of India examined a contentious practice: whether a Muslim man can authorize a lawyer to issue a talaq notice on his behalf. In a series of observations, the bench signaled that the mere act of a lawyer issuing triple talaq under a husband’s authorization does not…